Ten Pledge Challenge

Take some practical steps to address the climate crisis that we face by making as many of these pledges as you think you can achieve and then record each below to help others make a difference.

Based on an original concept by Climate Vision

My Pledge Checklist

We will record your responses against your first name or nickname, to help measure the number of people completing these pledges but we will not share your personal details with anyone. If you are happy to share your comments and tips related to making these pledges please tick 'yes' at the bottom of the form.

Don't worry if you can't do all of the pledges at one go - come back when you complete some more.

I pledge to ring my electricity supplier over the next 24 hours and see if they can switch me to green energy - if not I will find one who can!

I pledge to buy local seasonal produce as much as possible starting with enough for at least two meals a week.

I pledge to educate myself about the science and impacts of climate change.

I pledge to contact my MP and my friends to ask them to make these pledges as well.

I pledge to walk, cycle use public transport or register with Harrogate Car Share to travel to work or make regular journeys, at least once every week.

I pledge to work out my own carbon footprint using one of the many easy to use carbon calculators, such as; www.footprint.wwf.org.uk

I pledge to do a ‘home energy check’ to find out how I can save energy at home. See the Energy Saving Trust website, if you have internet, if not ring them on 0800 512 012.

I pledge to turn my thermostat down or use a thermometer to achieve the lowest temperature that is comfortable (typically 18-21 degree C) & think about putting on a jumper.

I pledge to reduce my holiday air miles by 50%.

I pledge to research ‘driving in a greener way’, by internet search or by ringing and booking a lesson to learn eco-driving techniques.

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YOUR TIPS AND EXPERIENCES

Work from home - reduce travel

Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Switched to green energy supplier - Ovo Energy. Working from home one day per week.

Stuart, Harrogate

Think about your transport needs

Friday, January 03, 2020

I'm pledging to research how to drive to reduce my carbon emissions. I try to avoid using the car as much as possible. I prefer to walk or cycle for short journeys (helps with my fitness) and take public transport for longer ones (less stressful than driving). When I do need to use the car I want to learn how to drive energy efficiently.

Jemima, Harrogate

Let the train take the strain

Thursday, January 02, 2020

I have already done 8 of these things but will research driving in a greener way. I do home visits in Leeds which means I am unable to get round my client base on public transport. I pledge to reduce my airmiles by visiting family using the train system where possible.

Sharon-Theresa, Knaresborough

Switching to Sustainable Energy

Monday, December 23, 2019

Finding a sustainable energy provider has never been easier. If your current provider can't offer you a good option then take a look at uSwitch

Steve, Dunkeswick

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CO2 level JUN 2020 418.32

Ten Pledge Challenge

My Pledge Checklist

YOUR TIPS AND EXPERIENCES

CO2 level
JUN 2020
418.32